Privacy Policy

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Last updated: June 27, 2023

1. Introduction
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we (the "Company", "Kindred, Inc.") handle your personal information in connection with your (the "User") use of our App ("App"), Kindred. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy and the associated Terms of Use.

2. User Data Ownership and Control
​We firmly believe in empowering our users to own and control their data. As such, no data generated or collected through the App is transferred to, stored in, or accessed by any third-party storage providers outside of the user's private iCloud®. Furthermore, we do not collect, store, or sell any personal information to third parties. Users of versions of Kindred prior to v3.0 may have data stored in external databases controlled by the Company located on third-party servers owned by a cloud storage provider.

3. Data Collection and Use
The App collects only the minimal data necessary to provide its core functionalities. This data may include contact data, calendar data, and location data. This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to or stored on any external servers outside of the user's personal iCloud®, if applicable. The Company reserves the right to check and verify the validity of subscriptions purchased via the App, including subscription receipts, directly with Apple Inc. at any time.

4. Data Retention
All data collected through the App remains on your device and is not transferred or stored elsewhere other than the user's personal iCloud®. You have full control and ownership over your data and can delete it at any time by uninstalling the App and/or removing the associated data from your device and iCloud®. You may delete the data generated by the App at any time from within the App or by accessing your private iCloud.

As of Kindred v3.0, user data is no longer transferred off-device to third-party cloud services that the Company utilizes. Versions of Kindred older than v3.0 will be set to no longer be accessible. The Company reserves the right to maintain control and access to this old user data, as well as delete it at any time at its discretion and with no obligation to the User, per this agreement as whole, including the Terms of Use, and all prior agreements between the Company and the User. Users of versions of Kindred older than v3.0 may request to have their old data deleted by sending an email to hello@kindred.biz from the email address with which they created their old accounts.

5. Data Security
We are committed to ensuring the security of your data. Since your data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to or stored on any external servers outside of your private iCloud®, the risk of unauthorized access or data breaches is significantly reduced. However, we encourage you to take appropriate measures to protect your device, such as using strong passwords and keeping your device's software up-to-date.

6. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the CCPA. If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose, as well as the right to request the deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@kindred.biz. Please note that the website www.kindred.biz does not knowingly use any third-party cookies other than those that may be made non-optional by the site host and deemed necessary for the site to function.

7. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance
We comply with the GDPR to ensure the protection of your personal data. If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal data, as well as the right to restrict or object to the processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@kindred.biz. Please note that the website www.kindred.biz does not knowingly use any third-party cookies other than those that may be made non-optional by the site host and deemed necessary for the site to function.

8. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 18 without the expressed consent and supervision of an adult parent or guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information from our records.
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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make any changes, we will post the updated Policy on this page. Your continued use of the App after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us
​If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at hello@kindred.biz.